Hospice News
JANUARY 5, 2024
Recent years have seen an uptick in consolidation activity among nonprofits in the hospice space. Increasingly, nonprofits are pursuing acquisitions and affiliations, as well as forming regional collaboratives. To achieve these kinds of growth, hospices must consider whether they should affiliate or buy another company outright. Each approach comes with benefits and risks.
Life & Death Matters
JANUARY 2, 2024
Guest Contributor: Misha Butot Given that dying and death are as natural as birth, why do people become fearful about being with a dead body or providing care for a person’s body after death? Even mentioning these topics here is likely to have some readers shivering and feeling some distaste. Where do fears of death […] The post Unveiling the Roots of our Fear of Dying and Dead Bodies appeared first on Life and Death Matters.
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Chicago Caregiving
JANUARY 3, 2024
Caregiving requires a lot — a lot of heart, passion, drive, energy, strength…. As any caregiver knows, the list goes on. Yet, caregivers also need a lot — information, resources, support — and many are too much in the thick of their role to come up for air and ask for any of those things. Today, more than 53 million adults in the U.S. are caregivers — 1 in 5 people.
Caring Senior Service
JANUARY 1, 2024
The start of a new year great time for reflection and goal-setting. For seniors, setting New Year's resolutions tailored to their unique needs can pave the way for a more fulfilling and purposeful year. Here are some suggestions for senior goals.
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Hospice News
JANUARY 5, 2024
Forging stronger interdisciplinary relationships with behavioral health experts could help hospice providers ease caregiver burdens that can impact quality of end-of-life care. A growing aging population is putting pressure on today’s family caregivers with competing priorities. Now more than ever adults in the United States are increasingly struggling to balance work, family and caregiver roles amid rising demand for serious illness and end-of-life care, according to Melissa Reilly, chief growt
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 2, 2024
In an evolving healthcare landscape, many hospitals and health systems have a diverse nursing staff of tenured employees, contractors, specialists, and more. While this can be a recipe for a dynamic and collaborative environment, it also has the potential to become precarious without proper management. Disorganization and lack of communication ultimately trickle down to patients.
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AT Home Care & Hospice
JANUARY 2, 2024
By: Matt Kovalchick, PT Introduction: Bath safety is a critical issue in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and Assisted Living Facilities (ALF), where residents often face mobility or balance challenges. These limitations can unfortunately lead to falls and other incidents during what should be a private and dignified experience. As a physical therapist, my goal is The post Ensuring Bath Safety in Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2024
Lawmakers recently introduced the Value in Health Care Act, which, if enacted, could create inroads toward improved palliative care reimbursement. A new version of the Value in Health Care Act includes updates to program parameters of Alternative Payment Models (APMs) to incentivize participation in Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). These changes are designed to increase participation in value-based payment programs designed to improve quality outcomes and lower costs of care.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 1, 2024
Defining your nursing career and life goals for 2024 involves considering various aspects of your personal and professional development. Here’s a guide on how to structure your goals into ten categories: Career Advancement Specify the position or level you aim to achieve in your career by the end of 2024. Consider factors like promotions, leadership roles, or new responsibilities.
Elder Care Matters
JANUARY 3, 2024
Covid-19 Vaccine Information for 2024 Now is the perfect time to review the current senior COVID-19 vaccine options. With the COVID virus projected to peak in number this winter, availing ourselves (including children) of the new vaccine heads the list of anti-COVID strategies, especially during the seasonal ‘tripledemic’ threats of influenza, RSV and SAR-CoV-2 (COVID-19).… The post Covid-19 Vaccine Information for 2024 appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.
Responsive Home Care
JANUARY 2, 2024
There is something so special about the kitchen. It’s the first stop kids make once they arrive home from school, in search of a snack as well as the chance to share about their day. It is the spot family members gather to cook holiday meals together. It’s also a place to heat up a […] The post Why Meal Prep Is a Great Activity for Someone With Alzheimer’s appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2024
Fragmented health care has significant ties to adverse outcomes in patients with chronic or serious illnesses. Palliative care providers’ ability to navigate the health care system, coordinate the delivery of care, interact regularly with patients, and facilitate communication between providers can reduce this fragmentation. This type of coordination can improve outcomes , decrease costs, and offer patients a better quality of life.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 4, 2024
Networking is standard among many professionals, but nurses aren’t generally natural or willing networkers. Many nurses go to work, serve their patients, collaborate with their colleagues, and even save lives along the way, and then they understandably want to go home to their families. When you want to nurture and develop your nursing career and create new opportunities for yourself , meeting people and making connections can be essential keys to your future.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
JANUARY 2, 2024
By: Matt Kovalchick, PT Introduction: Bath safety is a critical issue in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and Assisted Living Facilities (ALF), where residents often face mobility or balance challenges. These limitations can unfortunately lead to falls and other incidents during what should be a private and dignified experience. As a physical therapist, my goal is The post Ensuring Bath Safety in Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
American In-Home Care
JANUARY 2, 2024
The holiday season often brings families together, providing an opportunity to reconnect and share in each other's lives. During these gatherings, you might have observed that Mom or Dad could benefit from some additional support at home. Taking the initiative to address these concerns through a well-structured family meeting is crucial in determining the best course of action in caring for older parents.
Hospice News
JANUARY 5, 2024
Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic precipitated a surge of deaths in the home as opposed to a facility. Researchers examined data on the place of death among adults in 47 countries that took place between January 2012 and December 2021, according to a new study in the Lancet. The study focused on cancer and dementia patients. Worldwide, the percentage of home deaths rose to 32.2% during 2020 and 2021, up from 30.1% in 2012–2013.
Nurse Nacole
JANUARY 5, 2024
Category: Fundamentals Depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents mimic the action of acetylcholine (ACh) and produce sustained depolarization of the neuromuscular junction, during which time muscle contractions cannot occur.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
JANUARY 4, 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) — what does this really mean to you in your day-to-day patient care? We hear the acronym constantly, and we know we are told its use is growing. However, many skilled rehab professionals don’t fully understand how AI is being used in the healthcare space. Better yet, let’s start the discussion with what guidance is in place for payers and beneficiaries on its use.
HPNA podcast
JANUARY 2, 2024
In this episode, we welcome Lynn Reinke, PhD, MSN, ARNP-BC, FAAN, FPCN to the show where she speaks on mentoring, taking risks, and the engagement opportunities that have led her to the role of HPNA and HPNF’s 2024 President of the Board of Directors. Lynn also shares what excites her most about the HPNA Strategic Plan and her focus on building a strong community of hospice and palliative care nurses.
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2024
Hackensack Meridian Health is testing the utilization of predictive analytics technology to improve timely hospice transitions. A group of hospice providers and data scientists at the New Jersey-based health system have developed artificial intelligence (AI) technology aimed at helping its clinical teams to better identify when a patient is nearing the end of life or could benefit from serious illness care.
Nurse Nacole
JANUARY 4, 2024
Category: Fundamentals A sedative or an analgesic agent should be administered simultaneously with a neuromuscular blocking agent if the patient can perceive pain. Neuromuscular blocking agents are classified as either depolarizing or nondepolarizing.
Comfort Home Care
JANUARY 5, 2024
Senior in-home care is a crucial part of caregiving in Rockville, MD, and throughout the DMV. At Comfort Home Care, we believe it’s the heartbeat of compassionate support for your loved ones. As the Baby Boomers (aka Boomers) advance in age, becoming well-informed about the dynamic world of home health care becomes vital. Comfort Home Care continuously researches advancements in in-home care and watches predicted trends.
Caring Senior Service
JANUARY 5, 2024
As the calendar flips to a new year, many people embark on a journey of self-improvement through New Year's resolutions. While common resolutions include losing weight, caregivers can benefit greatly from setting intentional goals for the year ahead. Let's dive into New Year's resolutions especially for caregivers.
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2024
After a rocky year for M&A, two of the publicly traded hospice providers are poised to pursue more deals in 2024. Based on 2023 earnings trends, The Pennant Group (NASDAQ: PNTG) and Addus HomeCare Cop. (NASDAQ: ADUS) are well-positioned to buy, according to an analysis by the M&A advisory firm Mertz Taggart. While the majority of the hospice industry is not publicly traded, the actions of those large companies can have an impact on smaller organizations that are on the hunt for deals.
Nurse Nacole
JANUARY 3, 2024
Category: Fundamentals The only absolute contraindication to the use of neuromuscular blocking agents is the inability to manage the airway once the patient becomes apneic. It is considered inhumane to paralyze and intubate an alert patient.
Palliverse
JANUARY 4, 2024
Photo by Andrew Slifkin on Unsplash A situation familiar to many modern parents. Making their way through rush hour traffic to pick up their children who possibly attend a number of different schools spread throughout busy cities. The GPS recommended fastest route would only work if your car could sprout wings and fly over traffic. Another of the more stressful times of the day, the morning school drop-off being the first one.
Caregiver Support Services
JANUARY 4, 2024
As our parents grow older, it’s natural that the responsibility of caring for them and their affairs often falls on us. One essential aspect of managing their property is landscaping. Caring for your aging parent’s landscaping not only ensures their property remains neat, beautiful, and welcoming but also provides essential safety benefits. We’ll discuss five crucial tips that caregivers can follow to maintain their aging parent’s landscaping while maximizing safety on their property.
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2024
BrightSpring Health Services is pursuing an initial public offering (IPO) and expects to begin trading on the NASDAQ. The company, which does not yet have a stock symbol, seeks to raise $1 billion through the IPO. The company indicated its intent to go public on Tuesday in a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The filing did not provide the specific financial terms for the pending translation.
Nurse Nacole
JANUARY 2, 2024
Category: Fundamentals Neuromuscular blocking agents are used to achieve muscle relaxation for intubation. They permit complete airway control and greatly simplify visualization of the vocal cords. This is important when intubation must be performed quickly.
Hospice Nurse Hero
JANUARY 4, 2024
Do you find yourself spending more time on charting than with your loved ones? Has your dedication to your hospice role affected your work-life balance? You’re not alone. If you’re a hospice nurse who loves their job but struggles with organization, fret not. Regaining control, improving efficiency, and finishing your charting on time are possible.
Chicago Caregiving
JANUARY 3, 2024
When my mother received a statement from her insurance company recently, detailing $5,800 for sleep apnea supplies, I checked it to verify coverage and then tossed it aside. Afterward, it hit me: My mother doesn’t have sleep apnea. While there was no charge to my mother, there was a multi-thousand dollar charge to Medicare for something my mother never needed nor experienced.
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2024
Entering agreements with management service organizations (MSOs) may be an alternate route to joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions for hospices seeking to build scale and sustainability than in today’s regulatory and financial climates. A slew of regulatory moves have taken place in 2023 that can have an impact on future deal-making in the hospice space, mainly those focusing on rules around ownership, according to Adam Royal, health care attorney at the law firm Husch Blackwell.
Nurse Nacole
JANUARY 1, 2024
Category: Fundamentals Like other opioids, fentanyl may cause rigidity of the skeletal musculature, including the chest wall and diaphragm. Rigidity occurs with doses in excess of 15 µg/kg, but it has also been reported with doses as low as 10 µg/kg.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
JANUARY 3, 2024
At Freedom Home Care , we take great pride in our commitment to the community through our active involvement in both hosting and sponsoring events. The past year has seen a bunch of engaging and beneficial activities, and we’re eager to shine a light on the contributions of our exceptional team. Here’s a glimpse into a few of the remarkable events that unfolded in 2023: Holiday Activities & Events A lot happened this holiday season.
Chicago Caregiving
JANUARY 3, 2024
Every year, more than 1 in 4 people over age 65 falls. And a fall can drastically change an older adult’s life in an instant. Many factors contribute to a person’s fall risk: medications, health conditions, and senses. Even mild hearing loss, for example, triples a person’s fall risk, according to a study that analyzed people from ages 40 to 69.
Hospice News
JANUARY 1, 2024
As hospice providers build out a larger continuum of health care services, some are taking a close look at the primary care space. The term “upstream” has become a watchword in hospice. Operators are increasingly realizing the benefits of creating longitudinal relationships with patients that begin well before a six-month terminal prognosis. Consequently, many have launched additional business lines that enable them to reach patients sooner as well as capitalize on emerging value-based payment m
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